Journeys By Excursion Train From East Lancashire Part 5

Kirkham to Poulton, Blackpool North & Fleetwood for the Isle of Man

Scenes From The Past: 26 Part 5

by Stuart Taylor

The railways into Blackpool and Fleetwood during the 1950s and 1960s are the connecting theme, when steam was the motive power and many excursions and boat trains came to the area. The men who worked the trains, the engines, the stations and other aspects of the railway scene are all included in this photographic collection. In addition the famous performers that appeared on the Blackpool stages and in the cinemas, along with nostalgic memorabilia, are all featured. Detailed extended captions add fascinating background information and stories of events and characters in this look back to over forty years ago.